FU Female FMV Urine Comprehensive Hormone
Urine
Performed by: Physicians Lab
The "FU Female FMV Urine Comprehensive Hormone" test by Physicians Lab is a specialized diagnostic tool designed for comprehensive hormone analysis in women. This test evaluates a wide range of hormonal levels through a female morning void (FMV) urine sample, offering a detailed insight into a woman's hormonal balance. It measures key hormones such as estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, cortisol, and their metabolites, which are crucial in understanding various aspects of women's health. This test is particularly beneficial for diagnosing and managing conditions like hormonal imbalances, menopause, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and fertility issues. By providing an extensive profile of hormone levels, the test aids healthcare providers in developing personalized treatment plans, including hormone replacement therapy or other interventions tailored to the patient's specific hormonal needs. The convenience of using a urine sample makes this test a non-invasive option for patients, offering a comprehensive hormonal assessment with ease and comfort.
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Biomarkers included in this panel:
16a-Hydroxyestrone
16α-Hydroxyestrone serves as an important indicator of estrogen metabolism pathways in the body. This compound is a metabolite of estrone (E1), formed through the hydroxylation process at the 16th carbon of the steroid structure. The balance of
Learn more2-Hydroxyestrone
2-Hydroxyestrone is a metabolite of estrogen and is often referred to as a "good" estrogen due to its relatively benign nature compared to other estrogen metabolites. The significance of 2-Hydroxyestrone lies in its role in the 2-hydroxylat
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2-Methoxyestrone is a key marker in the "FU Female FMV Urine Comprehensive Hormone" panel by Physicians Lab, playing a pivotal role in the assessment of estrogen metabolism and overall hormonal balance in women. It is a metabolite of estron
Learn more4-Hydroxyestrone
4-Hydroxyestrone is a crucial estrogen metabolite measured in the "FU Female FMV Urine Comprehensive Hormone" panel, offering significant insights into estrogen metabolism and women's health. This metabolite is one of the three primary
Learn moreAlpha-Pregnanediol
Alpha-Pregnanediol, a key biomarker in the FU Female FMV Urine Comprehensive Hormone panel, is a metabolite of progesterone, an essential hormone in female reproductive health. Scientifically, alpha-pregnanediol is a progestogen, a substance that pla
Learn moreAnabolic/Catabolic Ratio
The Anabolic/Catabolic Ratio is a critical marker that offers insight into the overall balance between anabolic (building and repairing) and catabolic (breaking down) metabolic processes in the body. This ratio is determined by comparing the levels o
Learn moreAndrosterone
Androsterone is a metabolite of androgens, crucial for evaluating hormonal balance in women. Chemically classified as a 17-ketosteroid, androsterone is primarily a breakdown product of testosterone, but it can also be derived from other androgens. In
Learn moreAverage DHEA-S
The marker "Average DHEA-S" (Dehydroepiandrosterone Sulfate) is a critical indicator of adrenal gland function and overall androgen status in women. DHEA-S, a sulfated form of DHEA, is one of the most abundant circulating steroids in the hu
Learn moreBeta-Pregnanediol
Beta-Pregnanediol is a crucial metabolic byproduct of progesterone, one of the primary female sex hormones. Scientifically, Beta-Pregnanediol is a progesterone metabolite, which means it is formed when the body breaks down progesterone. Its measureme
Learn moreBeta-Pregnanediol, when measured in conjunction with oral progesterone supplementation serves as a critical marker for assessing the efficacy and metabolic impact of progesterone therapy. This particular metabolite of progesterone, excreted predomina
Learn moreDihydrotestosterone
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is a key androgenic marker providing critical insights into androgen metabolism and its implications in female health. DHT, a biologically active metabolite of testosterone, is formed primarily in peripheral tissues through
Learn moreEstradiol
Estradiol (E2) is critical for assessing the estrogenic activity and hormonal balance in women. Estradiol, the most potent of the three major estrogens (which also include estrone and estriol), plays a pivotal role in female reproductive health, infl
Learn moreEstrone
Estrone (E1) is a significant estrogenic marker providing crucial insights into a woman's estrogen metabolism and overall hormonal balance. Estrone, primarily a product of peripheral aromatization of androstenedione, is one of the three major nat
Learn moreFree DHEA
The marker Free Dehydroepiandrosterone (Free DHEA) is a crucial indicator of adrenal gland function and overall androgen status in women. DHEA, a naturally occurring steroid hormone, is primarily produced by the adrenal glands and is a precursor to b
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Testosterone, a key androgen hormone typically associated with male physiology, plays a significant role in female health. In women, testosterone is produced in the ovaries, adrenal glands, and peripheral tissues, and it contributes to muscle strengt
Learn moreTotal Estrogen Load
The marker "Total Estrogen Load" in a FU Female FMV Urine Comprehensive Hormone Panel is a critical measure for assessing the overall estrogenic activity in a woman's body. This comprehensive assessment quantifies the cumulative levels
Learn moreWaking Cortisol
The marker "Waking Cortisol" is an essential indicator of adrenal gland function and stress response. Cortisol, often referred to as the "stress hormone," is produced by the adrenal cortex and plays a pivotal role in numerous phys
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